Pool Care Guy

Hi guys! My name is Mike, aka Pool Care Guy.
I'm here to help you make sure your pool is clean, healthy, and pristine. Most of all, I'm here to guide you along so you spend more time swimming in your pool than you do cleaning it!

In today’s guide you’re going to learn everything you ever wanted to know about pool heaters.Why you need one, how they work, the different types, how to buy them, how to maintain them, and the best pool heaters you can buy.Sound like a plan?Let’s dive right in. Quick Navigation 6 Reasons Why You Need a …

In this post I’m going to show you how to FINALLY get rid of water bugs in your pool … FAST. When you’re done reading this article you will know:What water bugs really areHow to get rid of water bugs in six easy stepsHow to keep water bugs out of your pool, once and for allReady …

In this guide you’re going to learn everything you wanted to know about maintaining your salt water pool. Here are some of the things we’re going to cover:Benefits of having a salt water poolDaily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly tasksHow to test your salt waterHow to winterize your salt chlorinatorAnd answers to some commonly asked salt pool …

In today’s post you’re going to finally learn how to properly winterize your above-ground pool … In 11 EASY steps. Remember: closing your pool correctly for the winter and freezing temperatures could be the most important thing you do as a pool owner for your pool’s health and longevity. Think about it: during pool closing, if you cover your …

Today you’re going to learn how to shock your salt water pool … In six EASY steps. By the end of this guide, you’ll know when to shock your salt water pool, how to choose a good pool shock, how to go about shocking your salt water pool, and some extra tips and tricks for getting rid …

In this guide you’re going to learn how to lower the alkalinity in your pool (FAST). If your pool water is a little murky or your pool filters seem to be plugged with calcium deposits, then your pool may be suffering from high alkalinity levels. In today’s post, you’re going to learn all about water alkalinity, what …

In today’s post you’re going to learn all about why you NEED a pool thermometer … And how choosing the right one can help regulate the quality of your pool water.You’ll also learn some important things to look for when shopping, and my recommendations for the best pool thermometers out there today. Let’s dive in, shall we? …

Pool season is here, which can only mean one thing: It’s time to open up your pool for the summer! In this detailed, step-by-step guide, you’ll learn exactly HOW to open an inground pool … In 14 steps. You could hire someone to do it for you, but why waste the money when you can do your pool opening …